Junior Interior Designer- JOEY Restaurant Group - Jobs in Greater Vancouver

Job Description

This is about you. Your attitude, passion, and potential. When you join our corporate office team, you can expect to be a part of something big. Whether in Finance, Marketing, Payroll, IT or Design, you will find yourself working alongside the industry’s best talent. As individuals, we are ambitious and driven, curious and engaged. Together, we are a high-performing team committed to each other’s development and growth, and the success of over 45 Restaurant locations throughout North America.What does this mean for you It means if you #39;re looking for a place to meet your potential, we #39;d like to meet you. Your journey starts here.Working in the Restaurant Development department, the Junior Designer is responsible for developing timeless design solutions aligned with approved project goals. You will work under the supervision of a Senior Project Designer to produce high-quality and impactful design solutions in support of existing inventory and assets (CapEx), ensuring brand integrity across all existing locations. In this role, you should be eager to learn, have a sharp eye for details, and be passionate about design – specifically hospitality design! Benefits

• Extended health plan.
• Industry partner incentives.
• Mental and Physical health support plans.
• Tuitionamp; Education and Professional Accreditation subsidies.
• Recruitingamp; Referral bonus programs.
• Ongoing Leadership Development Courses.
• Enjoy 50% off Foodamp; Beverages at any JOEY Restaurant, LOCAL Public Eatery, Saltlik Steakhouse or Earls Restaurant location.
• Pursue personal and professional development through a Coaching Partnership. Being paired with a coach will give you ongoing support and feedback so that you are able to pursue your life goals.

ResponsibilitiesCapEx Program – Support the Senior Project Designer with functions including, but not limited to:

• Generate presentation material (computer models, drawings, precedent imagesamp; renderings).
• Develop space planning solutions and other drawing studies as required.
• Collaborate and support Senior Designer with concept, schematic and design development.
• Research and source relevant vendors, products and materials.
• Obtain quotes and prepare project FF amp;E estimates.
• Correspond with store operations to clarify scope and existing conditions.
• Coordinate with external consultantsamp; vendors as required for projects or tasks.
• Update floor plans as requested from stores on a as-needed basis.
• Prepare and organize meeting notes.
• Organize and maintain electronic folders and filing system.
• Complete upon repair and maintenance requests from Operations and JRG CapExamp; Facilities teams
• Coordinate with the Senior Designer and Project Manager to review shop drawings, submittals and RFI’s during construction phases for compliance with contract documents and compliance with design and brand standards.

General Team Supportamp; Collaboration:

• Meet with vendors, organize, and schedule meet + greets/ lunch + learns with the design team.
• Collaborate and support Project Designers with implementing test FF amp;E, tracking performance and durability.
• Organize and manage samples library.
• Organize and maintain electronic standard specifications documentation.

Requirements

• Strong ability to conceptualize and create 3D environments through visual presentation of sketches, computer renderings, and material selections.
• Ability to build strong relationships internally and with consultants, contractors, and vendors.
• Strong ability to present and communicate design concepts to peers, external partners, and internal stakeholders.
• Understanding of development and reading and producing construction documents alongside Senior Designer.
• Independent and collaborative attitude in a high-functioning development team with the ability to meet multiple deadlines.
• Understanding of the design and integration of all consultant disciplines required to construct and operate a full-service restaurant project.
• This is an in-office role based in Vancouver, BC.

Salary Range$55,000-$70,000 per yearEducationamp; Training

• Minimum 4-year degree in Interior Design or similar curriculum.
• 1-2 years #39; experience related to Interior Design, hospitality (restaurant) project experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of building codes and accessibility codes.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Excel, PowerPoint, Photoshop for high-level renderings and communication of design intent.
• 3D modeling experience and skills are a plus.

Competencies

• You value honesty and humility. You have integrity and do what you say.
• You approach life with fearless determinationamp; a sense of fun.
• You are creative, risk-taking, visionary and cutting edge. You choose to lead.
• You contribute to a strong culture and are committed to the team.
• You are passionate about quality and professionalism.
• You are a networker and create strong relationships internally and externally.

JOEY Restaurant Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. JOEY Restaurants provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees, including due to disabilities, medical conditions, and religious beliefs and practices.